Power Outages Affect Thousands in Quebec

Hydro Quebec crews are responding to extensive power failures across parts of Quebec, leaving thousands without electricity. The outages highlight ongoing infrastructure challenges in the region.

Ottawa Home Sales Surge with New HST Rebate

Ottawa's real estate market sees a significant uptick in activity as the HST rebate for new constructions begins, with sales centers bustling and buyers eager to capitalize on the financial incentive.

Flying Club Unionization Stalls Amid Safety Concerns

The unionization effort at Rockcliffe Flying Club has entered its fourth month of delays while flight instructors continue to raise workplace safety issues regarding aircraft serviceability and safety culture.

Factory Fire Near Dhaka Kills Five in Bangladesh

A devastating fire at a gas lighter manufacturing facility in Keraniganj, on the outskirts of Bangladesh's capital Dhaka, has resulted in five fatalities, with authorities investigating the cause of the blaze.

Pokémon Card Craze Fuels International Crime Wave

A dramatic surge in the value of collectible Pokémon cards has triggered a string of high-profile robberies across Southern California, New York, Texas, and Massachusetts, highlighting a new, alarming trend in property crime.

1947 Manhattan Will Discovery Sparks $800M Heir Hunt

In 1947, a lost will allegedly found in New York City claimed Robert Edwards owned 77 acres of Manhattan worth $800 million, sparking international claims including from Vancouver families who saw it as a 'fairy tale' inheritance possibility.

Food Fraud in Canada: A Systemic Issue Beyond Maple Syrup

A recent investigation into adulterated maple syrup in Quebec highlights a broader problem of food fraud in Canada, costing billions annually and posing public health risks due to inadequate enforcement and reliance on reactive measures.

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